Breed Name: American Wirehair 

Breed Highlights: 

American wirehair originates from the United States. The cat is medium and large in size. Cats are sociable animals that enjoy people's company. The cat enjoys cuddles or love from the people and pets. However, they may appear high maintenance but they do not need regular brushing. Additionally, American wirehair is a calm and tolerant cat who faces every life situation quickly. This 8- to 12-pound cat is a good choice for families with big children who will treat cats respectfully and take care of them nicely. Also, it is perfect for individuals who can supervise the cat and take care of the American wirehair. 

Size: Medium-large sized cat 

Weight:  8 to 12 pounds 

Height: 9 to 11 inches 

Life Expectancy: 10 to 15 years

Breed Appearance:  

American wirehair is medium and large-sized cats. Their muscular bodies are round, thick, and weigh between 8 and 12 pounds. The cats have coarse, thick hair that is rough and wiry. However, American wirehair is solid black, white, blue, red, or cream in color. Additionally, cats have large eyes that tilt upwards at the outer corners. The eye-colored cat can be green, blue, or gold. 

The American wirehair has slightly smooth coats or is quite coarse. The good breed cats have stiff, wiry hair on their bodies. It has a similar appearance to the American shorthairs. 

 History:  

 In 1966, in Upstate New York, the American wirehair cat with wiry-looking fur was found in a litter. This cat was sold to the breeder, Mrs Joan O’Shea. The breeder develops a kitten and sells it to other breeders. Later on, the popularity of wirehair increased in America. However, this breed is identical to the American Shorthair; every hair in the coat is curly and crimped. In 1967, the CFA recognized it and 1978 accepted it for the championship competition. 

Originally:

This cat breed is believed to be the origin of the United States.

Breed Type - Family/guard: 

American wirehairs are calm, laidback, friendly, and easygoing cats. They seem reserved at first meeting but are social and friendly cats. They can also easily bond with cats, dogs, and other pets. The cat is brilliant and inquisitive. The drawback of cats is that they need extra care, of coarse. Additionally, it is necessary to supervise them while eating food, as cats can develop obesity and health problems. 

Training:

American wirehair cats are easy to train. You can begin their training with games of fetch as they like playing it. Training for basic tasks is easy, but hard tasks need more time and energy. Additionally, training your cat at a young age is easy but training an old cat becomes difficult as adopting a new habit for a cat is hard. 

Health & Care:

Cats can potentially develop genetic problems as human beings can develop diseases. While you are buying the cat, if the breed says that the cat doesn't have health issues, then don’t buy from them because they are lying or don't have knowledge about the breed. 

The American wirehair develops health issues if they come across American shorthair. Health diseases such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. It is a common heart disease in cats. While buying the cat, avoid breeders who claim an HCM-free cat and a cat who is not tested for the HCM disease. However, other diseases that can develop are obesity and skin allergies. Moreover, it is necessary to vaccinate the American wirehair with vaccinations such as panleukopenia, feline herpesvirus, calicivirus, rabies virus, and FeLV.

 

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Living Condition:

The American wirehair cat is a friendly and lovable animal to pets and human beings. They need extra care because they can’t live alone and face the issue of obesity if cats eat more food than necessary. Additionally, these cats are highly energetic and active, so take them for walks daily to keep their energy high. Moreover, cats love to cuddle with the kids if the kids are good with them. 

Exercise:

American wirehair is an active cat that loves playing the game. Also, they must do daily exercise to keep them active. Take them for regular walks and outings in the garden. However, they are friendly animals, so they do not fight with other cats. 

Regular exercise keeps the bones and muscles of the cat in good condition. Also, it prevents cats from getting overweight. The interactive toys are suitable for American wirehair cats; they stimulate the cat and keep the body in action. 

Grooming: 

Bath the American wirehair regularly to remove the dead hair; bathing also makes cats greasy when the coat develops. Moreover, when a cat is a kitten, they feel a pleasant experience while bathing. Additionally, grooming they need is weekly nail trimming, regular brushing teeth with pet toothpaste, and cleaning their ear occasionally with cotton balls or tools recommended by a veterinarian doctor. However, shedding grooming is not required regularly because it will damage, and so does shedding grooming when heavy. 

Advantages:

• They become friends with other pets and human beings quickly
• The cat is low maintenance and effortless to groom
• It has a lifespan of 10 to 16 years. 
• American wirehair has a unique crimped coat. 

Disadvantages:

American wirehair gains weight quickly, so it is necessary to watch their food. 

• The cat's coat needs extra care to maintain coarse and wiry fur in good condition.
• American wirehair is not suitable for you if you don’t like timid cats. 

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Best Cat food choices: Mackerel & Seaweed or Tuna & Anchovies Wet Cat Food

Cat Treats: Freeze-Dried Shrimp or Fish Bits.

Cat Litter: Clumping Cat Litter.